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Spice up your day with some tasty Korean barbecue at Stone Korean Kitchen.
Vegan options are also available for those who avoid meat and dairy products.
Whether you have something to celebrate or just need something to take the edge off, the drink menu at Stone Korean Kitchen won't disappoint.
Go ahead and bring your rug rats with you — Stone Korean Kitchen has kid-friendly food and seating.
Long guest list? Not a problem at Stone Korean Kitchen, where big parties will find plenty of room to spread out in comfort.
Don't stay cooped up on a beautiful summer day! At Stone Korean Kitchen, you can dine outdoors on their lovely patio.
You pup can accompany you to Stone Korean Kitchen, which welcomes dogs.
Reserve a table ahead of time and avoid the lines.
Jeans are just right for a meal at Stone Korean Kitchen, which embraces a casual vibe.
Hosting a swanky shindig? Call up Stone Korean Kitchen for their catering services.
In addition to street parking, there is a lot right around the corner, so finding a space shouldn't be an issue for drivers dining at the restaurant.
A visit to Stone Korean Kitchen will set you back less than $30 per person, so you can make it a regular part of your schedule.
All major credit cards are accepted.
The menu at Stone Korean Kitchen includes breakfast, lunch, and dinner — stop by for your favorite meal.

Sudachi Sushi & Korean BBQ’s menu brims with classic teriyaki and bulgogi as well as eclectic variants such as chicken katsu quesadillas and vegetable teriyaki burritos. Chefs assemble a slate of premium sushi rolls with names such as the Rodeo Roll, What the Heck Roll, and Las Vegas Roll.

Namu Gaji: A User’s Guide
New Korean American Cuisine | Farm to Table | Korean Soju | Wood-Laced Interior
To Eat
Brunch: okonomiyaki, a crispy savory pancake with kimchi and cabbage bonito
Dinner: mia ayam, handmade noodles with chicken, broth, and sweet soy
To share: dumplings with shiitake mushroom, dashi, butter, and nori
To Drink
Unpasteurized Asahi, a Japanese lager
Chum churum, a light, easy-drinking sweet-potato soju from Korea
Dewazakura “tobiroku,” a crisp and dry sparkling sake
The Ingredients: The three brothers behind Namu Gaji source most of their Chinese herbs and produce from their own East Bay Namu farm, as well as local artisan producers such as La Tercera and Heirloom Organics.
Where to Sit: Pull up a stool at the long, solid-wood-slab community table, or grab a seat at the window-facing bar.
While You’re Waiting
Marvel at the winding sculpture over the community table, a fitting centerpiece considering that namu gaji is Korean for "wooden branch."
Peek in on Chef Dennis Lee tweaking the daily changing menu in the open kitchen.
Inside Tips
Take-out is only available during lunch.
For dietary restrictions beyond vegetarianism and gluten-aversions, call 24 hours in advance so the kitchen can accommodate you.
Leave extra time for parking if you’re coming for dinner, or use one of the valet services along Valencia Street.
While You’re in the Neighborhood
Before: Check out the paintings and sculptures at Creativity Explored (3245 16th Street), a gallery dedicated to working with artists with developmental disabilities.
After: Keep the evening going with drinks at The 500 Club (500 Guerrero Street), an eclectic neighborhood dive that keeps the locals coming back with bacon bloodys, a popular jukebox, and karaoke.

John's Snack and Deli: A User's Guide
Korean Fusion Cuisine | Award-Winning Burrito | Sushi to Go | No-Frills Atmosphere
Sample Dishes
Kimchi burrito, which was voted one of the city’s best dishes by SF Weekly
Kim bap (Korean sushi) with Spam
Bulgogi-beef bento box
Where to Sit: You won’t find any tables at this tiny hole-in-the-wall, so be prepared to take your meal to go.
When to Go: There’s usually a line out the door during peak lunch hours, though it moves fast. If you don't want to wait, go for a late lunch.
Inside Tips
Head to the ATM prior to your visit; John’s is cash only.
Plan a workday lunch, since the restaurant closes on weekends.
Don’t order the Korean Suicide burrito unless you’re a fan of heat. It was named one of the 10 Spiciest Dishes in America by The Daily Meal.
While You're in the Neighborhood: After lunch, explore more than 6,000 pieces of animated art at the Cartoon Art Museum (655 Mission Street).
If You Can’t Make It, Try This: Sample more Korean fusion dishes, including bulgogi enchiladas and oyster-kimchi po’ boys, at HRD (521A 3rd Street).

Cocobang: A User’s Guide
Korean BBQ and Soups | Soju Cocktails | Late-Night Hours | Popular Fire Chicken
Sample Menu
Appetizer: dried cuttlefish with peanuts
Soup: spicy tofu
Entree: fire spicy chicken, served on a sizzling plate alongside rice cake
The Layout: a narrow, cozy room where a projection screen plays Korean films overhead.
Behind the Bar: imported draft beers, wine, and cocktails made with soju—a Korean vodka distilled from rice—and fresh ingredients, such as strawberry, lemon, peach, yogurt, mango, and apple.
When to Go: whenever a late-night craving for fried chicken or a hot pot hits; the restaurant stays open until 4 a.m. on Friday and Saturday, and until 2 a.m. every other night of the week.
While You’re in the Neighborhood
Before: Stock up on dinner conversation material by studying the work of iconic photographers at San Francisco Art Exchange (458 Geary St).
After: Grab a nightcap, or a propeller beanie, at Topsy’s Fun House (260 Kearny Street), a circus-themed cocktail bar known for its creative libations.
If You Can’t Make It, Try This: the crispy garlic chicken at Aria Korean American Snack Bar (932 Larkin Street).

Urban Picnic: A User’s Guide
Healthy Vietnamese Food | Casual Cuisine
| Fresh-Pressed Juices | Produce Delivered Daily | Eco-Friendly Practices
Sample Menu
Salad: kale and quinoa salad with blueberries, tomatoes, carrots, almonds, and nori
Soup: cage-free chicken pho with organic lemongrass broth
Side: spicy tofu
Drink: beet this—fresh-pressed juice made with beets, apples, lime, and mint
About The Ingredients: Chefs have produce delivered fresh each day, and they make dressings and sauces from scratch with absolutely zero trans fat. In most cases, they keep the veggies and fruit raw and unprocessed.
How They Respect the Earth: By using entirely compostable and recyclable packaging.
Inside Tip: Head to the 18th Street location on Sundays, when the Kearny Street restaurant is closed.
Press: Pop Sugar adapted the recipe for the restaurant’s kale and quinoa salad.
Vocab Lesson
Pho: Vietnamese soup consisting of broth and rice noodles, often topped with meat or another protein and served with garnishes such as basil, sprouts, lime, and jalapeños.